Controls Technician

GCS Recruitment Specialists; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

GCS Recruitment Specialists seeks an entry-level Electrical or Electronics Engineering graduate for hands-on work in San Francisco, CA. You will build foundational skills in electrical systems, with some programming exposure, and a passion for troubleshooting, automation, controls, and hardware integration on real projects.

Responsibilities include translating drawings to configurations, testing on hardware and in simulations, assisting with on-site commissioning, documenting results, and

Qualifications

• Graduate degree or diploma in a relevant electrical/electronics field.
• Graduation year 2022–2026.
• Exposure to programming and hardware integration is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Translate electrical drawings and I/O lists into application configurations.
• Test configurations in simulation and on real hardware (EtherCAT devices, sensors, safety I/O).
• Support commissioning on site as buildings go live.
• Document findings, test results, and technical recommendations.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and engineering projects.

Skills

Python

MATLAB

Arduino

Raspberry Pi

Ladder Logic/PLC

C/C++

Education

Electrical Eng

Electrical Tech

Mechatronics Eng

Electro-Mechanical Eng

Tech Diploma

Job description

We are seeking curious, hands-on Electrical or Electronics Engineering graduates who enjoy solving real-world technical problems and making physical systems work. This is an excellent opportunity for early-career engineers and technologists who have a strong foundation in electrical systems, some exposure to programming, and a passion for troubleshooting, automation, controls, and hardware integration.

Key Responsibilities

• Translate electrical drawings and I/O lists into application configurations
• Test configurations in simulation and on real hardware - EtherCAT devices, motorised rollers, sensors, safety I/O
• Support commissioning on site as buildings go live
• Document findings, test results, and technical recommendations.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and engineering projects.

Required Qualifications

• Graduate Degree or Diploma in one of the following:
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Electrical Engineering Technology
  • Mechatronics Engineering
  • Electromechanical Engineering
  • Equivalent technician or technology program
• Graduation year between 2022 and 2026

Additional Experience

• Experience in one or some of the following technologies:
  • Python
  • MATLAB
  • Arduino programming
  • Raspberry Pi projects
  • Ladder Logic / PLC programming
  • C/C++ or other programming languages